691-Fitness Centers - 3302-691 Fitness Assistant I

691-Fitness Centers - 3302-691 Fitness Asst I - Part Time

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision or direction, maintains close observation on individual resident exercise programs; and performs related work as required. Work involves regular contact with residents.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Interprets individual exercise programs written by supervising staff and assists residents in following such programs.

Maintains close observation on participants exercising in the equipment room. Assures the safe and proper use of all exercise equipment. Maintains orderly function of the facility through enforcement of rules and procedures.

Provides information, assistance and direction for new participants with respect to fitness center programs.

Observes and recognizes physical problems demonstrated before and during exercising by resident participants (e.g. dizziness, light-headedness, general confusion and disorientation, unusual heart rates or rhythms, shortness of breath, injury on exercise equipment, etc.) and provides assistance. Reports special needs and/or problems to the Fitness Assistant II, Senior Fitness Assistant or the Fitness Coordinator.

Regularly observes and inspects exercise equipment for proper function, reporting all maintenance needs to supervising staff.

Regular attendance required. All duties performed on-site for the Community.

Works effectively with co-workers, customers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; listens to and objectively considers ideas and suggestions from others; keeps commitments; keeps others informed of work progress, timetables and issues; addresses problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions; addresses others by name, title or other respectful identifier; and respects the diversity of our workforce in actions, words and deeds.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Drives a vehicle to meetings, workshops, and other job-related responsibilities.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

Exercise equipment, computer, telephone, copier, and fax.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in a climate-controlled indoor building.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Any equivalent combination of education or experience, which produces the following:

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the job.
• Knowledge of the computer and applicable software programs to perform the job.
• Knowledge of the general types of exercise equipment and their use.
• Ability to communicate effectively and speak before groups.
• Ability to relate to the needs and concerns of senior citizens.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public and to deal with public relation problems courteously and tactfully.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to obtain a basic Red Cross First Aid Certificate.
• Ability to obtain an American Heart Association CPR Certificate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, see and use hands to finger, grasp, feel, lift and carry up to 20 lbs., and reach. The employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time (up to 7 hours) and use repetitive motion to operate a keyboard for long periods. The employee is occasionally required to kneel, pull, push, stoop, carry up to 50 lbs., and lift up to 100 lbs.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job the employee reads, solves problems, uses their verbal and written communication skills, and able to handle frequent customer contact, interruptions, and multiple tasks.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.